Depo-Provera Lawyer
Have you or a loved one developed a brain tumor after using Depo-Provera? You could be eligible for compensation. The Gervelis Law Firm is ready to help women nationwide pursue justice against Pfizer and its distributors. Trust us to help you get the justice you deserve.
Legally Reviewed by:
Mark S. Gervelis, Esq.
Last Updated:
- January 7, 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Why Choose Gervelis Law Firm to Handle My Depo-Provera Case?
- What is Depo-Provera?
- Potential Risks and Side Effects of Depo-Provera
- Mass Tort Lawsuit Overview
- What Do I Need to File a Depo-Provera Lawsuit?
- Legal Rights for Victims of Depo-Provera
- How Can a Depo-Provera Lawyer Help You?
- Contact Gervelis Law Firm Today
A recent scientific study published in the British Medical Journal found a connection between prolonged use of the popular injectable birth control drug Depo-Provera and the development of a type of brain tumor known as a meningioma. While they are typically benign, meningiomas can cause disruptive and potentially life-threatening symptoms.
In response, women nationwide are filing suit against the drug’s manufacturer, Pfizer Inc., and its distributors. Women who have used Depo-Provera at least twice and later developed a meningioma might be eligible to file a lawsuit for compensation. Though the investigation is still in the early stages, the lawsuits filed so far allege that Pfizer and the defendants knew or should have known about the connection between Depo-Provera’s active ingredient and meningiomas but failed to warn the public.
Why Choose Gervelis Law Firm to Handle My Depo-Provera Case?
If you or a loved one has developed a meningioma after using Depo-Provera, you might be eligible to sue Pfizer and the drug’s distributors and pursue compensation for your losses. For your case to succeed, you’ll need an experienced lawyer on your side. For almost 25 years, Gervelis Law Firm has fought for justice for injured people, one case at a time. We’ve worked tirelessly to earn our clients’ trust by keeping them informed, handling cases with integrity, and sticking to our guiding principle–clients’ needs always come first.
At Gervelis Law, our attorneys are uniquely positioned to provide aggressive, experienced, and effective legal representation. We will always update you every step of the way during your case–that’s the Gervelis Guarantee. A Gervelis Law attorney can pursue the maximum financial recovery to ease the burden of a meningioma diagnosis.
What is Depo-Provera?
Depo-Provera, or depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, is an injectable birth control method for women that is typically injected into the arm or buttocks every three months. The drug contains progestin, a synthetic compound that mimics the effects of the hormone progesterone, which suppresses ovulation and thickens cervical mucus to prevent pregnancy. However, scientists believe that Depo-Provera’s link to meningioma arises from its high levels of synthetic progestin.
Depo-Provera is 96 percent effective in preventing pregnancy, and many women choose this form of birth control for long-term effective protection that they don’t need to take every day.
Potential Risks and Side Effects of Depo-Provera
In March 2024, the British Medical Journal published a study analyzing data from the French National Health Data System. The analysis showed an excess risk of intracranial meningioma with the use of medroxyprogesterone acetate—the active ingredient in Depo-Provera—for over a year.
Meningiomas account for 40 percent of primary tumors of the central nervous system, growing slowly to compress adjacent brain tissue. Three risk factors make people more susceptible to developing a meningioma: age, being female, and prolonged exposure to medroxyprogesterone acetate.
The Depo-Provera label does not mention meningiomas, brain tumors, or severe risks of prolonged use. The label does state that prolonged use can cause osteoporosis, a possible increased risk of breast cancer, blood clots, strokes, and several other conditions. Despite these risks, the label declares that patients should not use Depo-Provera for over two years “unless you cannot use other birth control methods.”
Mass Tort Lawsuit Overview
Any woman across the United States who used Depo-Provera or one of its authorized generic versions multiple times and was later diagnosed with a meningioma is eligible to file a lawsuit against several parties, depending on the specific circumstances of the case and version of the drug involved.
The following are the key defendants in the cases filed so far:
- Pfizer Inc. – Pfizer is Depo-Provera’s manufacturer and controls the drug’s labeling and safety information.
- Pharmacia & Upjohn – Upjohn is the drug’s original developer and filed the initial request for approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
- Viatris Inc. – A distributor of Depo-Provera
- Greenstone LLC – A distributor of Depo-Provera
- Prasco Labs – A distributor of Depo-Provera
What Do I Need to File a Depo-Provera Lawsuit?
To file a Depo-Provera lawsuit, you must have used the drug at least twice and were later diagnosed with a meningioma or another type of brain tumor. The more doses of Depo-Provera you have received, the greater your risk of developing a meningioma. Many of the cases filed so far involve women who used Depo-Provera for over a year.
To establish a connection between your use of Depo-Provera and your meningioma or other brain tumor, you will need to present a great deal of evidence. An experienced and skilled attorney can investigate and gather the necessary evidence before filing a lawsuit on your behalf. Key evidence might include the following:
- Medical records
- Diagnosis of a tumor by a physician
- Medical bills for Depo-Provera injection appointments
- Prescriptions for Depo-Provera
- Proof to show that the individual had been taking the drug for a long period
Legal Rights for Victims of Depo-Provera
Through Depo-Provera lawsuits, women are seeking compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial damages. They allege their losses resulted from the failure of Pfizer and the other defendants to warn consumers of the risk of meningioma and other brain tumors associated with prolonged synthetic progestin use.
Victims can pursue compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. The damages you might be entitled to depend on the nature and severity of your illness, the amount of medical bills you’ve incurred, the impacts on your life, and various other factors.
How Can a Depo-Provera Lawyer Help You?
Filing a lawsuit against a major pharmaceutical company like Pfizer–or any of its distributors–is extremely complex, especially with the number of lawsuits the company is currently facing for the Depo-Provera issue
A skilled attorney from Gervelis Law Firm can guide you through the legal process and serve you by doing the following:
- Analyzing your case and advising you of your options
- Investigating and gathering evidence to bolster your claim
- Navigating the complex litigation
- Monitoring other Depo-Provera cases and activity in the mass tort to optimize your case strategy
- Negotiating a settlement or taking your case to trial if necessary
- Filing your claim for compensation
- Holding manufacturers like Pfizer accountable for their actions
Contact Gervelis Law Firm Today
At Gervelis Law Firm, our experienced Ohio personal injury attorneys work with accident victims every single day. We proudly serve Youngstown, Akron, Toledo, Columbus, Canfield, Warren, and all of Ohio. We know what evidence to look for, what questions to ask, and how to turn that information into a strong legal case.
If you or a loved one have developed a brain tumor after using Depo-Provera—even if it was years ago—you might be entitled to compensation. Contact Gervelis Law today for a free consultation by calling 866-622-4096 or filling out our online contact form.
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